NAVIGATING THE PRESSURE

A Series of Event to Help Kids Thrive in a Stressed-Out Word

This engaging series explores the roots of stress and anxiety in today’s youth — offering insight, inspiration, and real-world tools for families. We will explore everything from performance-based pressure to digital overload, focusing on sports, school, screens, and social media. With expert voice and eye-opening discussions for adults and nature-based experiences designed to help children and teenagers reconnect and reset, these events offer hope and healing for all ages. Join us as we learn to breathe easier and live better — together.

Childhood in the Age of Anxiety

Presentation and Discussion of the book, “The Anxious Generation,” by Jonathan Haidt

Sunday, January 25, 2026, 4 p.m.

Our book group presenter will be Dr. Ari Frede, who currently works in the Chicago Public School District, the fourth largest district in the U.S.

Ari works to help communities and schools navigate their way to their long-term goals. He will share a balanced critique of this book that many parents are reading for guidance in raising children in a digital age. Then, he’ll be joined by a panel from various disciplines who will share their experiences. Those in attendance will also be able to weigh in with questions and comments.